The Bell Seal For Workplace Mental Health
Lunch & Learn: Monthly Workplace Wellness Series
Join us for MHAI’s 2026 Workplace Wellness Lunch & Learn Series, a monthly virtual session held from 12:00–1:00 p.m. designed to support employers, strengthen workplace culture, and connect teams with valuable wellness resources through expert-led, practical insights. Our upcoming April 23, 2026 session will feature Workplace Chaplains / Workforce Care Partners, highlighting how confidential, optional, and consistent emotional and spiritual care can support employees on- and off-site, help teams navigate challenges, celebrate milestones, and build healthier, more resilient workplace cultures. Featured speakers include Daron Day (COO), Marcus Schrader (CEO), and Lynn Townsend (VP, Director of Operation).
Workplace Wellness Meetings: Meet the Bell Seal Recipients
Join us for MHAI’s 2026 Workplace Wellness Monthly Meetings, held on the first Wednesday of each month from 12:00–1:00 p.m., designed to connect employers, recognize leadership in workplace mental health, and share best practices that strengthen organizational culture.
Our May 6, 2026 meeting will feature 2026 Bell Seal recipients, highlighting organizations at different stages of excellence and showcasing how their efforts are advancing employee well-being, strengthening workplace culture, and setting the standard for mental health in the workplace.
Together, We Can Redefine Workplace Mental Health.
Bell Seal Certification
Promoting Mental Health in Indiana Workplaces
About the Bell Seal Certification
At Mental Health America of Indiana, we are dedicated to helping Indiana businesses enhance their workplace wellness programs by guiding them through the process of obtaining the National Mental Health America Bell Seal certification. The Bell Seal is a nationally recognized symbol that demonstrates an organization’s commitment to the mental well-being of its employees.
What is the Bell Seal?
The Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health is a certification program that recognizes employers who meet high standards of mental health support and employee wellness. It helps businesses assess their workplace policies, identify areas for improvement, and receive expert guidance to become a mentally healthy workplace.
Why Partner with Mental Health America of Indiana
We understand that navigating the certification process can be complex. That’s why our Workplace Wellness Director is here to provide Indiana businesses with personalized guidance to help you every step of the way!
- Assess your current mental health policies
- Identify areas where improvement is needed
- Develop and implement strategies that promote employee well-being
- Achieve the Bell Seal certification, showcasing your organization as a leader in workplace mental health
Determine If You’re Eligible
Indiana employers of all sizes and industries are encouraged to apply for the Bell Seal certification. Bell Seal recipients span various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing. To check eligibility, take a quick survey.
Employers actively working to reduce employee rights related to mental health or substance use conditions are ineligible to apply.
Start Your Application
The Bell Seal certification application process opens in January 2025 and closes in March 2025. (Prepare your submission early to ensure all requirements are met.)
You can work on your application goals with our Workforce Development Director from April to December to improve your workplace wellness. For personalized guidance, reach out to Jama Donovan at jdonovan@mhai.net.
The process is simple:
- Submit an information form.
- Receive an email with the link to the online application.
- Complete the online application.
- Receive your results within 30 business days.
Low Cost And Big Impact
As a non-profit organization, the Bell Seal application fee helps cover the application processing costs and ongoing support. The fee ranges depending on the organization’s industry and full-time equivalent (FTE) count and is due at the time of submission by credit card or check payment.
- 1 – 50 FTEs
- MHA Affiliate: Free
- Public or Non-Profit: $150
- Private: $200
- 51 – 1,000 FTEs
- MHA Affiliate: Free
- Public or Non-Profit: $250
- Private: $300
- 1,001 – 5,000 FTEs
- MHA Affiliate: Free
- Public or Non-Profit: $350
- Private: $400
- 5,001+ FTEs
- MHA Affiliate: Free
- Public or Non-Profit: $450
- Private: $500
As a non-profit organization, all revenue generated by the Bell Seal program is returned to MHA programming and Bell Seal program-related expenses, including staff time to review applications and assist applicants through the process.
Not sure where to start? We have your back! Contact Jama Donovan at jdonovan@mhai.net.
Employers with Bell Seal certification, at their discretion, will receive:
- Recognition on MHA’s social media and national newsletter
- Recognition during MHA’s Annual Conference
- Recognition in MHA’s annual benchmarking report
- Access to the Bell Seal Recipient promotion toolkit (with information and practical resources to share the award with their networks)
- Access to the quarterly Workplace Wellness Newsletter
- Opportunities to collaborate with MHA on projects that promote recipients’ achievements, such as
- Panel discussion invitations
- Virtual or in-person speaking engagements
- Resource or blog spotlights
Bell Seal Recipients will ALSO receive:
- Award recognition at the Indiana Mental Health and Addiction Symposium Heroes for Recovery Luncheon
